by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Bethel University worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Bethel University is ranked #1,827 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B+ (above average for value). Within Indiana, it ranks #26 of 59 for value.
Among the majors Bethel University offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Sports Studies | #19 of 45 |
| Business Administration / Management | #209 of 457 |
| Organizational Leadership | #209 of 457 |
| Liberal Arts | #234 of 345 |
| Sports Management | #254 of 492 |
| Liberal Arts General Studies | #332 of 473 |
| Health & Physical Education | #435 of 757 |
| Registered Nursing | #576 of 966 |
| Nursing | #576 of 966 |
| General Business Administration and Management | #669 of 1,232 |
Below is the detailed Bethel University value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Bethel University is ranked #35 out of #61 in Indiana for quality and #26 out of #59 for Indiana value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Bethel University financial aid page to be sure.
Bethel University is ranked #1,827 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Bethel University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Bethel University costs about $21,722. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $86,886 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $44,540 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $18,610 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $21,722 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $86,886 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Bethel University net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Bethel University costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Bethel University degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $178,160 | — | — |
| All Students | $86,886 | #1,827 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $74,440 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $178,160 | — | — |
| All Students | $86,886 | #26 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $74,440 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Bethel University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,050 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,913 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,984 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,516 |
| Over $110K | $23,916 |
About 88% of Bethel University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $22,671 per year. Get more details on the Bethel University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Bethel University cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.